Guerlain 2021 EDP

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Liu

by Jacques Guerlain

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Guerlain Liu is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Jacques Guerlain. Liu opens with Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Iris, and Vanilla. Guerlain's Liu carries a Favourite verdict, a textural-led wear.

A divisive but utterly classic aldehydic floral, Liu is either a clean, airy, and sophisticated take on a timeless style or a screechy, old-fashioned soap. Comparisons to Chanel No. 5 are inevitable and constant, so expect a familiar yet distinctly Guerlain experience.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Luxurious
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Liu Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Aldehydes100%
Heartas listed
Jasmine57%
Rose43%
Baseas listed
Iris39%
Vanilla33%
Woody Notes28%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Winter
Also Works:
Summer Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, classic, and sophisticated nature makes it highly suitable for office and formal wear, as many users highlight its 'put-together' quality. While some find it 'lighter' than Chanel No.5, it still boasts good longevity and presence for special occasions.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Liu opens with a bold, crisp burst of aldehydes, instantly evoking a sense of classic cleanliness and sparkle. This vibrant freshness then settles into a heart of delicate rose and rich jasmine, offering a floral embrace that's both elegant and substantial. As it matures, a soft, powdery iris emerges, harmonising with subtle woody notes and a whisper of warm vanilla, grounding the composition while maintaining its ethereal quality. It's a scent of refined contrasts: cool yet warm, traditional yet enduringly beautiful.

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